Fragrance Oil and Wax Usage for Candles and Perfume

Here is information regarding your questions about using fragrance oils for candles and body perfume, and mixing waxes for candles:

Using Fragrance Oils for Scented Candles

Fragrance oils from the "SCENT > Ready-made Perfume" category, including the Bescent fragrance you purchased, are generally suitable for making scented candles. These oils are formulated to provide scent in various applications. The optimal usage rate can vary depending on the specific fragrance oil and the type of wax used. It is recommended to start with a lower percentage (e.g., 6-10% of the wax weight) and test to achieve the desired scent throw.

Using Fragrance Oils for Body Perfume

Yes, you can mix fragrance oils from the "SCENT > Ready-made Perfume" category with perfumer's alcohol, such as Ethyl Alcohol (96%) or Ethyl Alcohol (99.9%), to create body perfume. The typical ratio for Eau de Parfum is around 15-20% fragrance oil to 80-85% alcohol. For Eau de Toilette, the fragrance concentration is lower, usually 5-15%.

The difference between fragrance oils in the "SCENT > Ready-made Perfume" category and the "SCENT > Perfume Components" category lies in their composition and intended use:

• Ready-made Perfume: These are complete fragrance blends designed for direct use in products like perfumes, soaps, or candles. They are formulated to have a balanced scent profile.
• Perfume Components: These are individual aroma chemicals or natural isolates (like Citronellal or Coumarin) that are used as building blocks by perfumers to create their own unique fragrance blends.

Mixing Waxes for Scented Candles

When mixing soy wax and Beeswax for scented candles, a common starting ratio to achieve good scent throw is approximately 80-90% Soy Wax and 10-20% Beeswax. Soy wax is known for its good scent throw and clean burn, while Beeswax adds hardness, increases burn time, and can improve fragrance retention. Experimentation with different ratios is recommended to find what works best with your specific fragrance oil and desired candle properties.

Regarding adding Paraffin: While the search results showed Mineral Oil (Paraffinum Liquidum), which is a liquid oil, solid Paraffin wax is a common candle wax. Adding solid Paraffin wax to a soy and beeswax blend can indeed help improve scent throw and provide a smoother finish to the candle surface. If you are referring to solid Paraffin wax, it can be a beneficial addition, typically used in ratios depending on the desired effect.